The Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) has emphasised the importance of promoting stronger business relations alongside health and wellness in personal and professional spheres. Mr Uwamai Igein, Chairman Nigerian-British Golf, said this at a news conference on Wednesday in Lagos. The conference was to announce the chamber's upcoming Nigerian-British Golf Tournament. Igein said NBCC recognised that strong business relationships were founded not only on economic exchange but also on shared values that bound partners, stakeholders and innovators. He stressed the importance of health and fitness in business success, noting that the fast-paced, high-stakes world of business required business operators to be at their peak in every area of life, including physical health. He noted that regular exercise had been proven to improve not just physical fitness but also mental clarity, creativity, focus and resilience, all of which, he said, were critical components of business success. Igein added that gol f fostered the attributes, describing it is a game that required strategy, precision and endurance. 'It demands discipline and focus, as each swing, each shot, and each decision must be made with care. 'In many ways, golf mirrors the very qualities required to excel in business which are foresight, precision, patience, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. 'It teaches us that in business, as in sports, success is rarely achieved through short cuts but through careful planning, execution, and endurance,' he said. Igein added that beyond the metaphorical lessons, the physical benefits of exercise could not be overlooked. He noted that stress, long hours of work and sedentary lifestyles had become common in the business world. These, he said, could lead to burnout, poor decision-making, and eventually decrease in productivity. According to him, exercising regularly strengthens bodies and mental fortitude, and enhances cognitive function while sharpening memory and improving ability to concen trate. 'These benefits are particularly important in today's rapidly-evolving business environment, where agility, creativity and critical thinking are more important than ever before. 'By staying fit and active, we give ourselves the mental edge needed to thrive in a competitive marketplace. 'For NBCC members and our partners in the UK, I believe that promoting health and wellness through sports like golf is a powerful message. 'It is a statement that success in business should never come at the expense of personal health, but rather, that personal health should be a key driver of professional success,' he said. Igein added that while the golf tournament slated for Nov. 8 at the Ikeja Golf Club emphasised health and wellness, it was equally about fostering stronger business ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. According to him, the Nigerian-British golf tournament offers a unique platform where business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from both nations can engage, network an d collaborate in a relaxed but stimulating environment. He said the tournament would serve as an excellent opportunity for business leaders from Nigeria and United Kingdom to strengthen relationships, explore opportunities for trade, and discuss how to mutually benefit from the vast economic potential existing between the two nations. Source: News Agency of Nigeria